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Heat wave brings elevated fire danger, record-breaking temperatures

Officials have raised the fire danger level to "very high." The intense heat makes it easier for dry brush to ignite.
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KPCC Staff|July 7, 2017

Much of Southern California is under a heat advisory as the current heat wave peaks Friday and Saturday. The National Weather Service says the hot conditions are dangerous and potentially life threatening across much of the Southland.

High temperatures are expected to reach up to 110 degrees in inland areas. Even residents on the coasts may see temperatures in the 90s. The heat wave is predicted to bring record-breaking temperatures to Los Angeles, Long Beach, Woodland Hills and Camarillo.

In Los Angeles, officials have raised the fire danger level to "very high." That means the dry brush that's around could easily ignite with the intense heat conditions, and could spread quickly.